Wire stripping
What you need to strip wire A wire stripper is a true multitool and essentially consists of spring-loaded pliers with jaws that have notches of varying sizes. Their main function is to cut and remove the plastic insulation from solid or stranded copper wire without cutting the wire itself , so that the wire can be attached to a clamp or to another wire with a wire nut. Many models can even cut to length the small screws used to attach outlets and switches in electrical boxes, preserving the thread of the screws. Take a stroll through your local hardware store and you'll find both basic wire strippers and more specialized models that can also crimp terminals, strip coaxial cable, and even cut and remove excess insulation in a single operation. Choosing a stripping tool To choose the right wire stripper, you should know the AWG size of the cable you want to work with. AWG numbers increase the smaller the wire gauge. Most wire strippers are designed for a specific range of wire size...